**Strictly's Tess and Claudia Bid Farewell in Style** Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman made their highly anticipated return to Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday night, marking their first appearance since announcing their departure from the show. The duo revealed earlier this week that this series would be their last, leaving fans both surprised and emotional. Tess, who has co-hosted the show since its inception in 2004, opened the live show by addressing the audience. "Just before we get started, Claud and I announced this week this will be our last series of Strictly Come Dancing," she stated. Claudia echoed her sentiments, thanking fans for their support and expressing excitement for the remaining eight weeks of the series. "We want to thank you for your beautiful messages. We have got another eight weeks on this incredible show and a Strictly champion to crown," Claudia said. The pair will continue to host the show until the end of the current series and will also present the Christmas 2025 special. Since their joint announcement on Instagram, Tess and Claudia have received an outpouring of support from fans and colleagues alike. In their heartfelt message, Tess expressed, "We have loved working as a duo and hosting Strictly has been an absolute dream. We were always going to leave together and now feels like the right time." The show took a light-hearted turn when contestant La Voix, dressed as Cher, jokingly auditioned for Claudia's job during the live broadcast. After Claudia mentioned La Voix's upcoming performance, the contestant cheekily asked, "Claudia, while I've got you, do you know the address where you send your CV to the BBC just in case there's any new jobs coming up?" Claudia laughed and encouraged La Voix to give it a go, leading to a playful moment on stage. Fans quickly took to social media to express their thoughts on La Voix potentially stepping into the hosting role, with many supporting the idea. As speculation grows about who will replace Tess and Claudia, the duo remains focused on delivering an unforgettable final series. They have co-hosted Strictly for over a decade, and their departure marks the end of an era for the beloved dance show. Strictly Come Dancing continues to air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with viewers eagerly awaiting the crowning of this year's champion.